CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance 201. CFO Stories: Inside an IPO; Challenges, Choices, and Insights with Phil Richards
Nov 12, 2024
45:09
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Phil Richards, CFO of GiG, to delve into his journey to CFO and the complex path of taking a company public. Phil shares his experiences and insights from leading GiG’s IPO on the Swedish First North, discussing the planning, challenges, and strategic choices involved.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Phil discusses what makes the gaming industry unique and why it continues to be an exciting and evolving space.
- Insights into the decisions and steps that took GiG public, including splitting from a parent company and selecting the Swedish First North market.
- How GiG navigated complex regulatory, tax, and investor expectations.
- The role of a CFO in maintaining investor interest post-IPO, balancing growth targets, and keeping the company’s story fresh.
- Phil shares practical advice on choosing the right stock exchange, managing advisors, and aligning teams for IPO success.
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